Buyer - Materials & Sourcing
bizjobz LLC
Fort Wayne, IN
Full-time
Title : Buyer (Materials & Sourcing) Looking for a candidate that is strong in purchasing, materials and sourcing in a manufacturing environment. Job Duties :
- Responsible for identifying and obtaining products and services from suppliers at the best value (cost, delivery, quantity, quality, and technical performance).
- Procure materials and services from both international and domestic suppliers.
- Issue Requests for Quotations (RFQs) to suppliers.
- Identify and select vendor to procure requisitioned material, meeting criteria such as price, quantity, quality, and delivery date and places purchase orders.
- Evaluate supplier pricing to determine best value to the company and conduct negotiations with suppliers to achieve cost reductions.
- Study emerging market trends and evaluate new sources of supply.
- Assure that the acquisition of all goods or services will meet the requirements of the customer and ensure company policies are being strictly followed.
- Track and maintain proper levels of stocked inventory.
- Monitor and evaluate supplier performance and address issues with suppliers.
- Assist in the estimating of new projects for customer proposals.
- Interfaces with all departments to resolve problems and issues.
- Initiate and implement process improvement and cost savings initiatives for department.
- Plan and issue purchase orders with internal Mexico production facility to ensure customer requirements are being met.
- Contribute to the achievement of quality / management objectives by producing products to meet customer needs and expectations.
- Follow all Quality Management Systems, the Environmental Management Systems, and, when applicable, support facility in Mexico in adhering to their systems as well. Qualifications :
- Bachelor’s degree (BA / BS.); 3 years' experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite.
- Strong in Materials and Sourcing
- In addition to our great environment, we offer a competitive salary, 100% employer paid benefit premiums, generous 401(k), on-site fitness center and other comprehensive benefits.
5 days ago